1995 Bentley Azure vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1995 Bentley Azure. (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1995 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1225 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Bentley Azure. (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Bentley Azure.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Bentley Azure | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Azure | S |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3170 mm |